Sales Manager- Electrical

Graybar; Diamond Bar (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Benefits

Profit Sharing

401(k) with match

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Wellness Day

Volunteer Time Off

Predictable Schedules

Employee Recognition

Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

Graybar seeks a Sales Manager to drive sales and gross margin in the district, developing business plans and guiding sales teams to achieve objectives. You will partner with customers and suppliers to expand market presence and deliver value in the assigned territory.

The role requires strategic thinking, leadership, and strong analytical and communication skills, with travel as needed. A 4-year degree is preferred and 2+ years of experience are typical for the position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience preferred
• 4 year degree preferred
• Knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry
• Experience with financial analysis methods and techniques
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques and practices
• Leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to effectively supervise staff and achieve results through others
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Negotiation and mathematical skills
• Ability to leverage resources effectively and make quality fact-based decisions using appropriate information
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key customers and suppliers
• Ability to be an effective member of, and lead, complex project teams
• Some travel required

Responsibilities

• Develop business plans that support the assigned specialty market within the territory and collaborate with sales staff to implement district plans.
• Implement the sales management process with sales reps and pre/post-call coaching; set annual sales and gross margin targets.
• Assess industry trends and identify opportunities and threats in the district.
• Build and maintain relationships with key customers and suppliers to strengthen market position and profitability.
• Ensure recruiting, staffing, development, performance management and succession planning in the territory; emphasize high-quality customer service.
• Assist in creating tools and training programs to support growth in the specialty business

Skills

Years of experience

Degree required

Wholesale distribution knowledge

Financial analysis

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Analytical skills

Planning and organization

Communication and presentation

Negotiation and math

Resource management

Relationship building

Team leadership

Travel willingness

Education

4 year degree preferred

Job description

Become part of the excitement.

As a Sales Manager, you will be responsible for attaining or exceeding the sales and gross margin rate budgets for the sales territory and implementing the district's market plan(s) to assist the district in achieving its sales and marketing objectives.

In This Role You Will

• Develop business plans that support the assigned specialty market within the assigned territory; work with appropriate sales employees to develop tactical plans that implement the district plan; develop assigned sales territory business plans with suppliers that have been identified as strategic
• Implement the sales management process utilizing sales rep business plans, pre-call plans, and post-call coaching debriefs; establish annual sales and gross margin rates for market applicable sales reps or other sales employees within the district
• Evaluate industry and business trends for potential impact on the district; identify key business opportunities and potential threats within the assigned sales territory
• Develop and maintain relationships with key customers and suppliers so that the assigned sales territory is properly positioned within the marketplace; provide guidance and support in the retention of profitable business
• Ensure the assigned sales territory has implemented effective recruiting, staffing, employee development, performance management, and succession planning programs in assigned area; ensure a consistent focus on delivering high quality customer service
• Assist in the development and implementation of appropriate tools and training programs within the assigned sales territory to support the applicable specialty business growth

What You Bring To The Table

• 2+ years experience preferred
• 4 year degree preferred
• Knowledge of the wholesale distribution industry
• Experience with financial analysis methods and techniques
• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques and practices
• Leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to effectively supervise staff and achieve results through others
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Oral and written communication and presentation skills
• Negotiation and mathematical skills
• Ability to leverage resources effectively and make quality fact-based decisions using appropriate information
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key customers and suppliers
• Ability to be an effective member of, and lead, complex project teams
• Some travel required

Compensation Details

The expected base salary for this role is starting at $110,000-$140,000 annually, depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible - based on specific and relevant business metrics.

This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax-free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

The Value Of Graybar

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled